(S) Seasonal Content Creator

SXSW•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

SXSW is seeking a Seasonal Content Creator to produce social-first content for SXSW’s social media channels. The role calls for a creative, organized storyteller with strong video editing and copywriting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced event environment. The creator will develop content for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and LinkedIn, with subject-matter expertise in or a strong interest in music, film and TV, or technology. The position includes planning and producing content leading up to the event as well as real-time coverage on-site. Coverage ranges from daytime Conference sessions, Clubhouse activations, and attendee experiences to nightly Music, Film & TV, and Comedy Festival programming. This is a full-time seasonal position based in Austin, Texas, running from January 2027 through mid-April 2027.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Expertise in either the music, film and TV, or technology industries.
Mastery of Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and LinkedIn.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Basic knowledge of Hootsuite, Edits, CapCut, Airtable, Google Drive, Adobe Premiere, and Photoshop.
Basic knowledge of social media analytics software, including Meta, YouTube, and Hootsuite Analytics.
Ability to work under pressure in a high-stress environment.
Self-starter able to multitask and solve problems quickly and accurately.
Passion for social media and creativity.
Portfolio of previous work.
Availability for additional hours from January through March, including evenings and weekends, and extended on-site hours during the March 15–21, 2027 event.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Journalism, Marketing, or Communications.
Content creator background, ideally 2–4 years, or social media experience working at past festivals and/or publications.

Responsibilities

Produce social-first digital content to increase growth and engagement on SXSW’s Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and LinkedIn.
Capture and edit videos, write captions, and collaborate with other teams.
Create social-first video content optimized for different platforms.
Edit and proofread content for brand consistency and grammar.
Track music, film and TV, and technology industry trends and use relevant online conversations to improve content and serve the audience.
Review content calendars to support timely production and publication of assets leading up to and during the event.
Stay informed about festival culture, digital trends, and storytelling formats that resonate with diverse audiences.
Create real-time event coverage through video content, interviews, attendee experiences, and behind-the-scenes footage.
Capture vertical video in real time according to daily content directives for Instagram, YouTube Shorts, TikTok, and LinkedIn.
Interview talent and participants, including artists, filmmakers, and speakers, for engaging short-form videos.
Create and publish content from daytime Conference sessions, Clubhouse activations, and attendee experiences through nightly Festival coverage for Music, Film & TV, and Comedy.